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2025 Vinfast VF 8 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 10 complaints on file for the 2025 Vinfast VF 8 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

10

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2025 compare to other VF 8 years?

VF 8 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted85 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 85 complaints2024: 26 complaints2025: 10 complaints
VF 8 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2025 Vinfast VF 8 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance330%
Electrical System330%
Steering220%
Other110%
Suspension110%

Does the 2025 Vinfast VF 8 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V559000Driver AssistanceAugust 28, 2025 · 6,314 units

Defect

VinFast Auto, LLC (VinFast) is recalling certain 2023-2025 VF8 vehicles. The Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) may activate during wide turns, causing unexpected steering wheel movements that are difficult for the driver to override.

Consequence

A steering wheel that moves unexpectedly may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

VinFast will update the ADAS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2025. Owners may contact VinFast customer service at 1-833-503-0600.

24V933000AirbagsDecember 17, 2024 · 4,888 units

Defect

VinFast Auto, LLC (VinFast) is recalling certain 2023-2025 VF8 vehicles. The center air bag mounted in the driver's seat may deploy improperly during a side impact crash and strike the driver's arm.

Consequence

An air bag that strikes the driver increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the center air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2025. Owners may contact VinFast customer service at 1-833-503-0600.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owns a 2025 Vinfast VF8. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V559000 (Lane Departure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · November 7, 2025

“The contact owns a 2025 Vinfast VF8. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the cruise control and steering assist feature did not function as intended. The contact stated that the steering wheel independently steered into an unintended direction. The contact stated that the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 12, 2025

“For approximately two weeks, this vehicle exhibited intermittent, uncommanded steering wheel "tugs" and erratic Lane Keeping Assist behavior. During a U-turn on 1/25/2026, the vehicle struck a curb. While I cannot definitively isolate driver input from system input during the maneuver, the vehicle…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · January 25, 2026 · crash

“For approximately two weeks, this vehicle exhibited intermittent, uncommanded steering wheel "tugs" and erratic Lane Keeping Assist behavior. During a U-turn on 1/25/2026, the vehicle struck a curb. While I cannot definitively isolate driver input from system input during the maneuver, the vehicle…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · January 25, 2026 · crash

“For approximately two weeks, this vehicle exhibited intermittent, uncommanded steering wheel "tugs" and erratic Lane Keeping Assist behavior. During a U-turn on 1/25/2026, the vehicle struck a curb. While I cannot definitively isolate driver input from system input during the maneuver, the vehicle…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · January 25, 2026 · crash

2025 Vinfast VF 8 — common questions

Is the 2025 Vinfast VF 8 reliable?

The record is thin — 10 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2025 VF 8 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (3 complaints), driver assistance (3 complaints), steering (2 complaints).

Does the 2025 Vinfast VF 8 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2025 Vinfast VF 8. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Vinfast VF 8 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the VF 8 years to avoid are 2023. The cleanest record among VF 8 years belongs to 2022.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.